Of course, it doesn't hurt that his guitar work is the type I personally prefer over most other kinds. Lurrie would rather put his heart into one note, instead of playing 20 just for show in the same space of time. That doesn't mean he can't burn up a fret board when it's called for, but he doesn't have to do it on every song, or even worse every lead. He doesn't try and make the song fit his guitar lead, instead he makes his leads fit what the song needs to make it that much better.
Lurrie isn't a shouter when it comes to his vocals, instead as a singer he seems to have more in common with jazz vocalists than with a lot of Blues singers. Maybe it's his phrasing that distinguishes him, the way he carefully ensures that each word is distinct no mater how fast or passionate he gets. Or perhaps its that even through your stereo you can feel how important it is for him to communicate the deeper meanings behind each song; the feelings the lyrics generate in his heart.
Lurrie Bell had every excuse in the world for either never making music again, or recording an album of songs that talked about all he's lost in recent days. Instead with Lets Talk About Love he's created a work that celebrates the love with which he was blessed. Not only is this a CD of great music, it is also an expression of love from an extremely brave man honoring the two people who meant most to him in the world and who he lost within months of each other.
Let's Talk About Love and Lurrie Bell are truly inspiring, artistically and personally. Its not often that popular music can transcend personal tragedy with dignity and sincerity, but Lurrie Bell has done just that; what an amazing accomplishment.
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